MRI Liaison - Magnetic Resonance - Day

General Summary

Provides coordination for all MRI patients between the time of exam scheduling and completion of exam. Serves as a liaison between MRI staff and providers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians, nurses and MRI staff in the early identification of potential exam order issues.
• Obtains valid orders, either verbally or by fax, to allow for timely continuation of care.
• Communicates clearly and follows up on open issues in a timely manner.
• Correctly identifies patients through obtaining and verifying thorough and accurate data and documents.
• Safeguards patient safety by ensuring completion of patient’s medical and MRI safety screening prior to presentation for exam.
• Verifies insurance authorization is in place prior to patient presentation for exam.
• Provides MRI staff with medical and environmental information pertinent to patient’s current illness and exam requested (i.e. medical implants, claustrophobia, special needs).
• Schedules patients on appropriate magnet considering implantable devices, body habitus and/or claustrophobia.
• Consults the MRI Safety Physicist in the event of any questionable implants, devices or additional MRI safety concerns.
• Maintains a thorough and current knowledge of MRI services and external vendors for coordination of seamless care.
• Provides referring physician patient education information and direction to on-line resources.
• Consults with the MRI Team Leader or Lead Technologists for recommendations of other care options, as indicated, in the event the patient may not meet criteria for an MRI.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Work Experience: 1 year Relevant experience
• Licenses: Basic Life Support within 180 days